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New Zealand race to Super 8s with win over Canada
CHASING 174 in Chennai yesterday against Canada, New Zealand stumbled early, as both openers fell inside the first four overs.
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February 18, 2026
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Zimbabwe qualifies with Sri Lanka for Super Eights
Rain shatters Australia's hopes
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February 18, 2026
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Autodoc 360 relocates to reinforce commitment to premium auto care
AUTODOC 360 Ltd., has officially shifted operations to No. 378/2/C, Koswatta Road, Kalapaluwawa, Rajagiriya, a new, larger, and more advanced facility, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey in Sri Lanka.
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February 18, 2026
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Nepal edge Scotland in last-over thriller
NEPAL signed off from the T20 World Cup with a seven-wicket win over Scotland in a closely fought Group stage encounter in Mumbai yesterday.
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February 18, 2026
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Cabinet clears $ 50 m World Bank financing for digital transformation project
THE Cabinet of Ministers at their meeting on Monday approved the proposal to obtain Special Drawing Rights (SDR) financing equivalent to $ 50 million from the World Bank Group to implement the Sri Lanka Digital Transformation Project under the Digital Economy Strategy (2025-2030).
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February 18, 2026
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Union Bank recognises top performers at UB Heroes 2025
UNION
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February 18, 2026
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st-ever Impact Investing lateral partners
Plenary
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February 18, 2026
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Pan Asia Bank's assets soar over Rs. 300 b in 2025; PAT tops Rs. 4 b mark again
PAN Asia Banking Corporation PLC said yesterday it has reported a strong financial performance for 2025, marking a year in which the Bank reinforced its position among Sri Lanka's steadily expanding financial institutions.
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February 18, 2026
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International Cooperation Organisation of SMEs in Asia meets Sri Lanka Japan Business Council
A Japanese delegation of the members of ICOSA (International Cooperation Organization for Small and Medium Enterprises in Asia) along with its Director General Masufumi Sato and Yasuhisa Hirohama, Chairman of CHO - DO — KYO (SME Association of Japan, having over 50,000 SMEs in membership) arrived in Sri Lanka on 15 February on the invitation of JASTECA (Japan Sri Lanka Technical and Cultural Association).
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February 18, 2026
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Afghanistan beat UAE by 5 wickets to clinch first win
AFGHANISTAN overcame early jitters to secure a five-wicket win over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and get their first victory of the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday.
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February 18, 2026
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CIM Sri Lanka hosts vibrant Member Night
Exclusive event features global leadership and new strategic benefits
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February 18, 2026
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IMF, Sri Lanka..
Georgieva observed that Sri Lanka has faced multiple shocks, including the civil conflict, the tsunami, terror attacks, the pandemic and governance challenges, which had constrained long-term growth.
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February 18, 2026
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Samsung to introduce a new layer of mobile privacy for Galaxy users
SAMSUNG has announced that it will soon introduce a new layer of mobile privacy for Galaxy devices, designed to protect users in an increasingly public digital world.
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February 18, 2026
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LIIN hosts Sri Lanka's fir Summit 2026 with multi
SRI Lanka reached a significant milestone in its sustainable finance journey with the successful convening of the Lanka Impact Investment Summit 2026, hosted by the Lanka Impact Investing Network (LIIN) and GSG Impact Sri Lanka, with the Global Affairs Canada (GAC) as the anchor partner through the World University Service Canada (WUSC), and in partnership with key ecosystem actors such as the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the UNDP, the GIZ Sri Lanka, and the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs.
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February 18, 2026
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Secondary Bond market remains active
Rs. 60 b Treasury Bill auction in focus
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February 18, 2026
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The rapid advancement of technology
THE rapid advancement of technology— particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI)— is transforming economies, industries, and everyday life across the globe.
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February 18, 2026
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2026 - A brand new year for branders
The sweet spots of Mindful - Sustainable Marketing
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February 18, 2026
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Roar AdX hosts Sri Lankan brands at TikTok's regional HQ in Dubai
ROAR AdX recently hosted two of its clients, Ceylon Biscuits Ltd. (CBL-Munchee) and Spa Ceylon, for a leadership connect with senior teams at TikTok's Middle East and South Asia headquarters in Dubai.
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February 18, 2026
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How Sri Lanka can build a $ 8 b tourism industry
A premium tourism strategy for sustainable revenue growth
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February 18, 2026
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CSE ends volatile session in red
THE Colombo stock market closed in the red yesterday after enduring a volatile trading session.
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February 18, 2026
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President in India for AI Impact Summit
PRESIDENT Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who departed Sri Lanka to attend the AI Impact Summit 2026 at the special invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, arrived at Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi yesterday afternoon where he received a warm welcome.
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February 18, 2026
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BYD opens Kandy 3S Facility
BYD and its authorised Sri Lankan agent, John Keells CG Auto, together with Indra Service Park, officially opened the BYD Kandy 3S Facility (Showroom, Service Centre, and Spare Parts), expanding the brand's aftersales network in the Central Province.
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February 18, 2026
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Chinthaka Jayaweera joins Ceylon Guardian Investment Trust, Ceylon Investment Boards
RELATED companies Ceylon Guardian Investment Trust PLC and Ceylon Investment PLC have appointed Chinthaka Jayaweera to its Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
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February 18, 2026
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Union Assurance wins multiple global awards at 6th Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave and Awards 2025
UNION Assurance, Sri Lanka's longest-standing private life insurer, was honoured on the global stage at the 6th Emerging Asia Insurance Conclave and Awards 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, securing wins across three prestigious categories.
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February 18, 2026
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Toyota Lanka expands certified mobility network with Ratmalana and Kandy facilities
TOYOTA Lanka Ltd., has strengthened its certified mobility footprint with the expansion of its Toyota SURE concept and the integration of its multi-brand offering, Toyotsu Auto RUSH, under a unified customer experience platform.
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February 18, 2026
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USA keep Super 8 hopes alive with 31-run win over Namibia
SHADLEY van Schalkwyk continued his excellent form by picking up two crucial wickets, helping the USA restrict Namibia to 168/6 in 20 overs while chasing a target of 200 runs.
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February 18, 2026
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Why food system resilience matters more than production alone in Sri Lanka
THE discussions on food security in Sri Lanka have traditionally centered on one dominant question: how to produce more food.
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February 18, 2026
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Hayleys Mobility unveils South Asia's largest OMODA, JAECOO showroom
Move elevates premium New-Energy Vehicle experiences in Colombo
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February 18, 2026
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Parliament passes Bill to abolish MP's pension
THE Bill to abolish the pensions of Members of Parliament (MPs) was passed in Parliament yesterday, marking a significant legislative step on a matter that has long been the subject of public debate.
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February 18, 2026
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The backbone of a nation: Commercial Bank powering Sri Lanka’s SME renaissance
AS Sri Lanka accelerates its economic recovery, Small and Medium Enterprises remain the driving force behind employment, innovation, and regional growth.
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